The "Facebook Account is being Cloned" Messages Home Categories Spamming The "Facebook Account is being Cloned" Messages 0 0 116 1 7y ago 2018-10-09T10:07:41-05:00 7y ago 2018-10-09T10:26:16-05:00 Online Threat Alerts There is no need to share the "Facebook Account is being Cloned" messages that are circulating on Facebook. What the messages are referring to is called "Profile Cloning," which is a form of scam used by cybercriminals to clone accounts and then trick the owners' friends into accepting a second or new friend request. These messages started circulating after the Facebook security breach was announced, which is a perfect time for a prankster or someone who wants to create mischief to send out the messages. After hearing about a security breach, it will be easy for Facebook users to believe any messages regarding security, even if the message is true or not.Although this Profile Cloning scam is real and it is almost virtually impossible for Facebook to stop, there is no need to spread the "Account is being Cloned" messages because they will only cause panic and confusion. To learn more about Profile Cloning, click here.Below are samples of the messages that are circulating on the social media website.Samples of the "Facebook Account is being Cloned" MessageHeads-up!! Almost every account is being cloned. Your picture and your name are used to create a new face book account (they don't need your password to do this this). They want your friends to add them to their Facebook account. Your friends will think that it's you and accept your request. From that point on they can write what they want under your name. I have NO plans to open a new account. Please DO NOT accept a 2nd friend request from "me". please forward to all your contactsPlease pass it on!!!Hi....I actually got another friend request from you which I ignored so you may want to check your account. Hold your finger on the message until the forward button appears...then hit forward and all the people you want to forward too....I had to do the people individually. PLEASE DO NOT ACCEPT A NEW friendship FROM ME AT THIS TIME.Heads-up!! It appears that many account are being cloned. Your picture and your name may be used to create a new face book account (they don't need your password to do this this). They want your friends to add them to their Facebook account. Your friends will think that it's you and accept your request. From that point on they can write what they want under your name.I have NO plans to open a new account. Please DO NOT accept a 2nd friend request from "me". please forward to all your contacts Check the comment section below for answers or additional information. Share what you know, or ask a question about this article by leaving a comment below. Online Threat Alerts is not affiliated with or endorsed by any trademark owner mentioned in this article. Some of the information in samples in this article may have been impersonated or spoofed. Save + Was this article helpful? (1) (0) More For You Pesco Dishwasher Scam Text Message 8554098755 Scam Call or Text Message - 855-409-8755 Nozdy Telescope Review - Is the Online Store a Scam? Toyota Motors Worldwide Computer Ballot and Random Lottery Scam Is azul.cn a Fake Outlook Live Chat Online Support? Is 'Salo Clearance' an Untrustworthy Online Store Selling Shoes? 'Ad Money Fun' is a Fraudulent Work-From-Home Website The 'Facebook Do Not Accept a 2nd Friend Request From Me' Messages The 'Facebook Do Not Accept a New Friendship From Me' Messages The 'Curgil Legal Services Arrest Warrant and Lawsuit' Scam Being Sent By Scammers The 'Quick Payday Arrest Warrant and Lawsuit' Scam Being Sent By Scammers Review of 'Deals-Paradize' - is it an Untrustworthy Website? Enbulk is an Untrustworthy Online Store Receive a FREE $500 Costco Shopping Voucher Today Facebook Scam Comments / Answers Remove sensitive information from your post. Your IP address will be used to display your estimated location. Enter comment post here